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Hot Fish Club, Murrells Inlet, SC

Hot Fish Club

4.7 (2417)
$30 and under
Seafood
4911 Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
The original Hot and Hot Fish Club was founded in the late 1700’s by the planters of All Saints Parish. The social club was dedicated to epicurean pursuits; gourmet food, strong drinks and festive times. The first club was said to be on Drunken Jack Island, located just a few miles south from here. Members of the original club described their past time spent on the island as the “happiest hours of their lives.” The Club was dismantled and finally laid to rest after the Civil War. An ever shifting sand bar off the coast of Huntington Beach State Park is all that remains of the original site. The Hot Fish Club today is located in the oldest existing restaurant building on the Grand Strand. Hot Fish Club remains a favorite gathering place today for discriminating locals and is open to everyone seeking Great Food, Great Drink, and Lively Conversation, in the spirit of those earlier revelers. We pride ourselves on our personal service and our desire to satisfy each guest.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Southern, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Garden City/Murrells Inlet
  • Cross street
    Ocean Hwy
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine

What 2,417 people are saying

Hot Fish Club reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    Seafood

  • Myrtle Beach

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hot Fish Club shines with "best food and best vibe" in Murrell's Inlet, featuring exceptional seafood and a lively atmosphere. Guests consistently rave about the "amazing" lobster pot pie and "delicious appetizers." While service occasionally falters, the restaurant remains a "favorite place" for locals and visitors alike, delivering memorable dining experiences.
2,417 Reviews
  1. Alexis

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server, Jackson, was phenomenal! He was completely on point! The food was delicious, as well!

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  2. Monika

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit yearly and the food is always top notch. So disappointed this time. The fish was overcooked and heavily seasoned, so salty. My beet salad was amazing. The service is always good and we love the ambiance. It’s just unfortunate when you have a larger party and majority of table has complaints about the food. First time, hopefully the last time.

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  3. Megan

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food. Great service and a wonderful atmosphere.

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  4. Michael

    Baltimore / Maryland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great and even though it was busy, our server was attentive to us. I recommend making a reservation!

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  5. Debbie VIP

    Atlanta28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, delicious appetizers, and THE BEST sushi in Murrells Inlet area!

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  6. Donna VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining at HFC and we’ll definitely be back! Yummy food and great service!! What’s not to love about that !!!

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  7. Sue

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hot Fish is always excellent food and service. I highly recommend it.

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  8. Mattison

    South Carolina5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love HFC! This is our go to EVERY TIME we visit- the playgrounds are awesome for our kids and there is typically a live band playing on weekends! We have not had a bad experience here yet.

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  9. Ben

    Virginia7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, whose name I believe was either Bradley or Brady or Brad was flat and not particularly welcoming. We were a table of two. Our waiter had two adjacent tables, each of four persons and seemed a little more friendly and welcoming to those individuals. The service he provided was just OK. The food was outstanding as usual. We had been there three days prior and had Jamie as our waiter who was outstanding. I can’t say enough, good things about him. We like many people come to the area for vacation once and sometimes twice a year. We always try to enjoy the Hot Fish Club and will definitely be be back. 

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  10. Rob

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time eating at the Hot Fish Club and it was the best meal we had on our trip. They are now on our must eat at list for our next visit.

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FAQs

Hot Fish Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 357-9175.

Hot Fish Club is rated 4.7 stars by 2417 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  4. Myrtle Beach
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Hot Fish Club

4911 Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ocean Hwy
  • Neighborhood
    Garden City/Murrells Inlet
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Southern, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wine
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